Scots etymology

Etymology:

The word "Scots" has two distinct etymologies:

• Scoti: A Latinized form of the Gaelic word "Scoti", which referred to an Irish tribe that settled in Scotland in the 5th century. The Pictish inhabitants of Scotland adopted this name to refer to their own people, who eventually became known as the Scots.
• Scot: A Middle English term derived from Old English "Scottas", which was borrowed from the Norse word "Skotar", meaning "people from Ireland".

Meaning and Origin:

The word "Scots" has the following meanings:

• A person from Scotland, also known as a Scottish person.
• The English language spoken in Scotland, officially known as Scottish English.
• A Scots-Irish person, a descendant of Scottish settlers who migrated to Ireland and later to North America.

Usage:

The term "Scots" is used to refer to individuals who:

• Were born or raised in Scotland.
• Have Scottish ancestry.
• Identify with Scottish culture and heritage.

It is also used to distinguish the Scottish variety of English from other dialects and languages spoken in Scotland, such as Gaelic.

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